2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Opel Senator. (202 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 114 kg more than 1990 Opel Senator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Senator. (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Senator. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1990 Opel Senator has manual transmission. 1990 Opel Senator will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Jaguar | Opel |
| Model | XJ | Senator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
